Ovism (Ovists) is a philosophical doctrine that claims that the source of all things is the egg. At the heart of Ovism is the idea that the universe was created from an egg that was fertilized by God or other higher powers.
Ovism originated in Ancient Greece and was popular in the Middle Ages. It was associated with mystical teachings and alchemy, and its adherents believed that the egg contained all the elements that make up the world. The Ovisists believed that the world can only be understood through the study of the egg, and that it is a symbol of the divine principle.
At present, Ovism is not widespread, but is sometimes found among some esoteric groups and in the culture of various nations. For example, in Japan, Ovism is associated with the doctrine of kami, which also states that the universe arose from an egg.
However, although Ovism has its own history and cultural significance, it is not a scientific doctrine and has no proven basis. Most scientists believe that the world was created as a result of evolution and development, and not from an egg.